This study is part of our series of verse by verse studies of Genesis, the 1st book in the Bible. Taught by our pastor, Simeon Forder, at our Sunday morning service on the 26th May 2024.

About this book

Genesis is the first book in the Bible, and in its more than 1500 verses, there are over 50 prophecies, 100+ commands, over 70 promises, and almost 100 distinct messages from God. As well as recording the firsts of so many things — including the first marriage, sin, child, murder, death, laughs, tears — this book also explains God’s established order in all things; from creation to Israel, marriage to tithing, and all before the law is even mentioned. But ultimately, this book points to Jesus as our Saviour, not only in obvious ways, but in its smaller details too.

About this study

Joseph had already faced a lot in his life – including being sold into slavery by his brothers. But despite his hardships, what unfolds in this chapter as he is trusted but also falsely accused, is a wonderful godly character in this man, who refused to compromise, and actually fled opportunity to sin. And in that there is much for us to consider in how we live, how we work, and how we deal with temptation.

Application questions

• Are you using an unfair situation as an excuse to sin?
• Is God honoured in your work?
• Are you doing all you can to keep yourself from temptation?
• And when faced with temptation, will you flee?